I'm a little confused about the whole "Boom Boom Room" gifting thing. Do the celebrities just go in there and pick the things they like and get to keep them? Do they look at demos of things they like and order (and pay for) them?

I've always been a little unsure of this whole thing, and I really think that, if they just receive things they like (at no cost), it's pretty unfair because they can afford to spend the money. They should have a Boom Boom Room for "regular" people who can't afford these things.

Just wondering.

Sarah's note: Right, they are gifted the items in the hope that they will be seen with them in public, increasing awareness of the product and gaining. Basically the hope is that although the company is losing money by giving products away, the end result will hopefully be money gained if the product becomes known and people purchase it.

It's just like any other pre-awards show swag suite, only this one is baby and kid related.

It's nice to see Bridget! Even though he's not pictured, her baby is gorgeous.

What a blast! Thanks for capturing this great weekend - I think all the vendors had a great time and better yet, so did the celebs! Most of them were very gracious and appreciative. I know Graco loved every minute of it!

I know that all companies love it when celebrities use their products so that when us normal folks see them we want what they got. But what we need to realize is that they get to have big parties like this one where they are given what they have. I don't understand why they get so much given to them and are made to seem so important when it is really the normal folks that support and keep the companies going. Give a little once in a while to the normal everyday folks. We work our butts off just to make ends meet. Our kids deserve to be special too.

Bridget Moynahan looks fabulous!

It would be nice if there were promotion codes for these products for CBB readers. I'm always more inclined to spend my money when I know I'm getting a discount!

Sarah's note: If we get some, we'll definitely let you know! Vendors, email them to tips@celebrity-babies.com.

So even though there was no award show because the celebrities (SAG members) wouldn't go they still had a gifting suite? And the celebrities still went to that? I don't about that. It sounds bad that they would go get their free stuff anyway. I know, everybody wants something for nothing. But still.

Carnie Wilson looks pregnant in those pictures. I don't remember her looking that big for awhile.

I personally think that when rich celebs are given gifts like at this event and the overloaded gift bags at award shows and such, they should tally the retail price and donate that to a worthy charity. In this case a charity that helps children would be wonderful. I do understand the thinking of the companies to give these items away for promo purposes, but it does strike most of America as a bit greedy for rich celebs to constantly be given these things.

I wonder if Jason and Tori ever bump into each other and said hi! They were on Beverly Hill 90210. Just wondering because they were both their.

Ming Na is such a pretty gal, her skin just glows and her hair is so gorgeous!!

I totally agree with momof1, in that it's us "normal," non-famous people keeping these companies in business, and to think that we have to go out and spend lots of our hard-earned money, when celebrities just walk in and take things they like is really off-putting, to say the least.

I also agree with Anonymous that it's pretty crass for the SAG members to stand on their soap boxes and not attend the Golden Globes, effectively cancelling the event and putting even more people out of work, yet still going to the "gifting suite" and grabbing up free stuff anyway? Pretty disgusting.

I've got to say that Teething Bling seems like a ridiculous idea. Why would you want to teach your child that it is okay to chew on jewelry? This particular piece would be safe, but then a child will most likely think that all jewelry is safe to chew on and could choke or get sick or hurt.

I fully support the writer's strike, but definitely agree with you guy about the SAG stars who refuse to go to the awards, but still do the swag suites. Gross. It's always the B/C list celebrities too. You would never see Julia Roberts or Reese Witherspoon at the gifting suite if they were boycotting the awards. Too classy.

I find it hard to believe that rich Tori Spelling "needs" all of the free stuff. Is she doing it just to be photographed? Is she so hard up for cash she needs to show up for a $200 stroller? I really like Tori, but sometimes she makes it really difficult...

PSB your right it's defintley the B/C list celebrities at this event, you don't exactly see katie holmes, jen garner, jennifer lopez,halle berry, etc there, more like melissa joan hart, samantha harris, people like that lol.

Well, I'll be the party pooper and say that I actually like seeing all the celebs, it's a lot of the lesser seen ones who's kids and bellies we don't get to see all that often, so I personally like posts on events like this. I'll be the weirdo. ;)

Wow, I wish there were swag parties like this for everyday people to go to. :/

I'd like to think that some of this stuff, these celebs give to family or friends if they already have goodies like this from baby shower lists or whatever.

i think some people are missing the point-the whole point of giving this stuff to celebs is to increase awareness of the products.it's very smart marketing. why would they give it to u? who are u gonna show, grandma?

Of course I understand it is all about marketing but that doesn't make it okay in my opinion.
The part I dislike the most is that these are celebs that can afford to buy these things obviously but they go and pick up free stuff, where is their pride in this? I would be so ashamed to ask for handouts knowing I can afford to pay for them!

The whole strike thing bothers me too, where are their principles or don't they have any?

We were one of the companies who participated at the Boom Boom Room event on January 11 & 12 and as a new company trying to break into the market I can say that this was a wonderful opportunity. Our unique collection of luck inspired apparel and accessories for babies, kids and adults was very well received with celebrities placing orders for some of our products on the spot. Our "evil eye" baseball hat was one of the most popular items with some celebs taking one in each color. I took the advise from one of the posts here and would like to extend a discount to the celebrity baby blog readers of 10%. Check out our lucky eye apparel and may luck be on your side!

That's the point ang, they are taking for granted how many people everyday folk like us know as well. If you are out and about with your kids with these items and you go to playgroups, the library, the store, whatever, other moms and dads can take notice too.

How many of these same celebs does anyone think will be seen using this stuff they were photographed with now that this event is over honestly, which ones will talk about the product they got.

Besides, grandmas usually know other grandmas and you know how they love to spoil. ;)

I just got back from the Boom Boom Room with my baby clothing company www.cottonseedclothing.com. We got a great response from celebs including Tori Spelling Denise Richards Chandra Jackson Scott Bridget Moynahan and more. We had the celebs sign our tshirts to be auctioned off to support 2 charities. This was our way of balancing out the "swag factor" And for you guys we are offering FREE SHIPPING WITH NOT MINIMUM ORDER. Just enter code CB2008 at checkout.

I have to say, as one of the companies that attended and gave stuff to celebs, that the celebs were gracious. In return for free stuff they give us photos of them which give companies especially new one some credibility. Also the event was by invitation only so just the invite is an honor. In addition it is very hard to get in the press as a new company. Mags like People and Us Weekly are significantly more likely to write about us with the celebrity buzz. The event was also attended by more press than celebs so the exposure for a company is amazing. I left with contacts and warm relationships with editors for People Us weekly Instyle and more. I realize the sway factor is hard to take but it is no diffent than a commercial. Just another way to market your company. Most of the vendors there were working Moms as well who started these companies themselves, like me.

I don't think the vendors are getting what we are saying.

I think what everyone (majority anyway)is saying is that we are kinda sick of the whole rich getting richer crap.

You wanna earn my money? Let me see you donate freebies and products to families that CANNOT afford it! Families that need things. Not just rich pampered celebs. It's sickening.

I'm sorry. I simply don't get it.

I understand as companies they need to market their product, it needs to be seen, I get that. And celebrities are a great way to get it seen, but honestly, Shar Jackson using cloth diapers? Kim Porter babywearing?
Some of these celebs show up for the exposure as much as for the swag, because really where else are these folks going to get press? (though frankly I'd be embarrassed as hell to be photographed grabbing so much swag)
It's a shame that people who have so much already can be so self involved.
And it's a shame that companies choose to bless the already fortunate when there are so many who would genuinely appreciate the generousity.
Because what influences me to purchase an item is the reviews by those who've used it and loved it. Not whether Celebrity X owns it.
Seeing events like this sorta makes me feel a little bummed.

I dont know why I feel the need to defend my position but I believe it is important to know that the boom boom room is not the only thing these companies do. My company cottonseed clothing also donates 3% each year to KIDS, kids in destressed organizations to help kids who cannot afford thing and are victims of natural disasters etc. I think you guys are way to hard on companies that are using the celeb swag as one of many ways to lead their companies to success. We do swag and charity and home parties, and expos, and print ads and banner ads, all vehicles that bring different results and different markets.

Scott Baio finally grew up. Thank God!